INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 59
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Wipe off engine oil well immediately if
spilled and dispose of it in accordance
with local fire prevention and environ-
ment protection regulations.
Do not replenish engine oil over upper
limit. If overfilled, remove oil to upper
limit. If engine oil is over the upper limit,
it can leak potentially leading to engine
damage.
If the oil level is low, or at lowest mark, add
recommended oil to the middle dipstick
mark.
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Washing outboard motor
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Do not start engine without removing pro-
peller, or accidentally turning propeller
could cause personal injury.
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Never start or operate the engine indoors
or in any space which is not well ventilated.
Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a
colorless and odorless gas which can be
fatal if inhaled for any length of time.
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When washing the outboard motor, be
careful not to spray the water inside of the
top cowl, especially electrical components.
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Note
It is recommended to check chemical prop-
erties of water on which your outboard
motor is regularly used.
If outboard motor is used in salt water,
brackish water or water with a high acidic
level, use fresh water to remove salt,
chemicals or mud from exterior and cool-
ing water passage after every cruising or
before storing outboard motor for long
time. Before flushing, remove the propeller
and the forward thrust holder.
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Flushing attachment
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To prevent the engine from starting when
you are near the propeller, remove the stop
switch lock.
1. Tilt down the outboard motor.
2. Remove the water plug from the gear
case, and screw in the flushing attach-
ment.
3. Connect a water hose. Turn on the
water and adjust the flow.
4. Put the shift lever in the neutral position
and start the engine.
Continue flushing the outboard motor
for 3 to 5 minutes at idling.
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